Get outstanding 3D printing results when you use 1.75mm ABS 3D Printer Filament from Monoprice!

ABS is one of the most commonly used filament types in 3D printing. It has a high tensile strength and good overall toughness. It has a low density and is softer than PLA, which means lower weight and lower cost when printing large models. Hardness is such that no white dot appears when bending.

This 1 Kg spool features a thickness of 1.75mm ±0.10mm, with a roundness variation of only 0.05mm. It has a nominal processing temperature of 230° C (446°F). Thickness and roundness factors are laser measured at the factory to ensure accuracy over the entire length of the filament.

The negatives of using ABS is that it can give off a white smoke with a concentrated odor. It is best to ensure that the printing room is well ventilated when using ABS.

Additionally, it has a high moisture absorption rate. Depending on the overall humidity level of the printing environment, an opened spool can absorb enough moisture after a couple of days that high temperature printing could cause bubbles or pocks in the extrusion. It is therefore recommended to not open a spool until you are ready to print and to store any unused portion with with silca gel and/or an active dehumidifier to reduce the amount of moisture it can absorb.

I usually order Octave Filament, but am super excited that Monoprice has started carrying 3D Printing supplies. The larger spool keeps filament from getting tangled when spool is new. I had to baby sit my Octave spools until about 20% was used to make sure the filament wouldn't pop off and get tangled, no such problems with this stuff. I've printed about 15 hrs between the Black, Red and White filament and no issues what so ever.

The only draw back that I have found is that the plastic is just a shade paler than I was hoping for and comes out a little more on the pink side, but I made some Pokeballs with it and it turned out alright. As long as you don't put it next to something that is true red you should be okay.

On a side note, and this is purely anecdotal mythbusters style science, but it seems to be a little bit more resistant to Acetone and so takes a little longer in the bath to smooth out.

Can't wait for more colors - Tardis blue would be a great place to start :D

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